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The Orchard Women’s Conference
Birmingham 2027

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2 October 2027
ICC, Birmingham

“The Orchard is a breath of fresh air. To be able to abandon myself in worship with words I understand and no children tugging on me is so good for my soul. It fills me up ready to be sent back.”

— Suzy

“For me The Orchard was a real breakthrough of knowing I am seen by God. Amy's talk was impactful and I went forward for prayer and the lady praying simply prayed a series of blessings which were spot on.”

— Ione

"It was a day of gentle nudges, of experiencing the presence of God, of feeling freer and letting go of burdens I have been carrying."

— Jill

Guests and Hosts

Amy Hughes

Amy has been leading Trinity Church Nottingham since 2020 alongside her husband Jonny. She is an ordained priest in the Church of England. Spending much of her time being mum to her five young children, she is also known to squeeze in a home DIY project here and there. She enjoys walking the family dog with her husband, but her life passion is leading people into the beautiful presence of Jesus where life is transformed and freedom released.

Zo Ross-Waddell

Zo will be leading us in worship joined by musicians from Gas Street Music and Trinity Music. We are so expectant of how this team will lead us into God’s presence.

Rachel Hughes

Rachel is married to Tim and together they have five children. She is co-senior Pastor of Gas Street Church in Birmingham, a church they planted in 2015. She is passionate about seeing women of every age and stage released into the call of God on their lives, and about inspiring families to foster and adopt.

Schedule

DOORS: 9.30AM
SESSION 1: 10.30-12.30pm

LUNCH: 12.30pm - 2.30pm - attendees leave auditorium

SESSION 2: 2.30pm - 4pm

BREAK: 4pm - 5pm - attendees can stay in auditorium

SESSION 3: 5pm-7.30pm


Schedule subject to change.
BSL interpretation will be available.

Featuring

Soak Space

Open all day for those wanting to take some time out to rest in God’s presence.

Marketplace

Explore the exhibitors area, where you can able to hear about the work of different charities, buy from some great Christian makers and pick up your Orchard Merch!

Youth

You know we run an Orchard Youth Conference on the same day? Come and be surrounded by hundreds of other young girls from across the country, to discover your God given identity!

Learn more

Places to eat

New Street — Nando’s, Rudy’s Pizza, Yorks & Tortilla
Brindley Place — Las Iguanas, Perios, Wagamamas & Zizzi
Chinese Quarter – Takumi, Braska Coffee, Topokki & Ming Moon

Places to stay

Jury’s Inn Birmingham, B1 2HQ [5 mins walk]
AC Hotel by Marriott, B1 1RL [7 mins walk]
Premier Inn Broad Street, B16 8AL [5 minutes walk]
Park Regis Birmingham, B15 1DT [10 mins walk]
Hampton by Hilton, B15 1SU [3 minutes walk] use BHXBS for discounted rates.

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FAQs

We want everyone to feel welcome at The Orchard Women’s Conference so we’ve answered a few questions to help you plan your day a little better. For more information specific to the ICC please visit their website. Or for any general access queries please email us at hello@theorchardwomen.com.

  • You are welcome to bring your baby (under 2) with you. You are, of course, welcome to breast feed anywhere but if you are struggling to feed in the main room, please feel free to use the Soak Space or speak to a member of the team and they can help find you a quiet room. Bear in mind that there will be loud music so we recommend bringing ear defenders with you.

    I baby change unit is available on level 2 near the Pizza Express.


    There is no provision for children aged 1-11 years old. Girls aged 11 and above are welcome to attend the Orchard Youth stream.

  • Bring a packed lunch & dinner, or there are many options in Birmingham. Scroll up for our recommended places to eat!
    Remember to bring a water bottle with you.

  • No, we do not have storage available for luggage.

    We recommend making use of the left luggage storage at Birmingham New Street or asking your hotel to keep your luggage for you.

  • There are several carparks near to the ICC. Please be aware that the centre of Birmingham is in the clean air zone, go to https://www.gov.uk/clean-air-zones to check whether your vehicle is chargeable (do not use any other website to check)

  • When you get into the main hall you are welcome to sit anywhere you like, again our team will be on hand to help you find the best space for you. The ICC team will remove a chair to create space if you are a wheelchair user, you can choose where this is. There will be a reserved seating area on the front left should you want to make use of this, please drop us an email if you would like a seat in this area.

  • We offer a free companion ticket for anyone who requires assistance to enable them to attend the conference.

    Once you’ve purchased your ticket, please get in touch at hello@theorchardwomen.com and we can add your companion onto your ticket. We will need you to send us one of the following pieces of evidence dated with the last year.

    Entitlement to Disability Living Allowance for children under 16 or DLA/Personal Independent Payments (PIP) for those aged 16-64, either in the form of a letter stating that the benefit has been awarded, or the actual Allowance book.

    Attendance Allowance or Carer's Allowance letter of award.

    Incapacity Benefit books, or a letter notifying the recipient that the benefit has been awarded Incapacity Benefit, Employment Support Allowance (ESA). Disability Student's Allowance (DSA) or DID card (UK Disabled ID Card)

    A valid Blue Badge.

    In the case of visual impairment, a registration card known as the BD8 or a Certificate of Visual Impairment (CVI).

    Credibility’s Access Card with the carer/companion symbol.

    GP’s letter - dated within 3 months.

  • We have a wonderful stewarding team who will be more than happy to assist you in any way they can. Please do make any requirements known to the team on arrival or find someone with a team lanyard if you have any questions!

  • The conference centre has lift and ramp access throughout the building.

    You’ll find unisex, wheelchair-accessible toilets throughout the ICC, located on levels 2 and 3 of the Mall.
    There is a lift to get from the ground floor to the main foyer. A member of the ICC stewarding team will be able to help with this.

  • Yes! BSL translation will be available in Birmingham.

  • Moving lights will be used throughout the conference, particularly at the start and during worship. However flashing or strobing light effects will not be used.

  • Yes, the ICC foyer outside Hall 1 & 3 and cafes are open to all attendees throughout the conference.

    There will also be a ’soak space’ open all day which you are welcome to make use of.

  • Yes, the ICC is equipped with a hearing loop. Please speak to the ICC on arrival for assistance with this.

  • Yes! When you book 10 tickets or more from 24th October 2026 and before 5th September 2027 then a 10% discount is automatically applied. Tickets need to all be booked at the same time to received the discount.

    Seating is not reserved so you can sit wherever you choose.

  • Yes until 14 days before the event.

    Drop us an email at hello@theorchardwomen.com and we can sort this for you.

  • Yes! One of the options is to buy a ticket and gift a bursary ticket to another women. Thank you if you have done this!

    If you know someone who who benefit from a bursary ticket please email hello@theorchardwomen.com and we can sort that out for you.

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